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Strokes of Genius
Long live Dr. Phelps! Woody woodpeckers. Performing engines. Dan Quayle. And more
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Danny L. Newton
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Cookeville, Tennessee
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ENGINE EARS
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Re: Eric Peters’
Kerry and
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The article by Eric Peters leaves out several important aspects of higher fuel economy vehicles — those powered by hybrid powertrains and clean Diesel engines.
Currently only Honda and Toyota market vehicles with hybrid powertrains, but Ford is due to begin production of a hybrid Escape later this year, and more will be coming. In fact, Toyota has plans to offer hybrid powertrain options across the board in the future. These vehicles will have an excellent chance at attaining 36+ mpg. Large pickup trucks most likely will not be candidates for these powertrains, however.
p>Clean Diesel engines is the other technology to watch within the coming decade. With better combustion systems, low-sulfur fuel, and efficient exhaust aftertreatment, these engines will begin to make inroads in the market in the next 4 to 8 years. Diesel engines are already a favorite in the large pickup market. br> — Rich Belaire
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